PoliticsKarnataka Proposes 40-Fold Penalty Increase for Illegal Fishing
The Karnataka government is considering increasing penalties for illegal fishing by boats from other states within its maritime boundaries by 40 times. Currently, the fine is Rs 5,000 or five times the auction value of seized fish. The new proposal suggests Rs 2 lakh plus five times the auction value for the first offence, and Rs 4 lakh plus five times the auction value for the second offence. The Udupi district administration initiated the proposal to deter illegal fishing.
Deccan Herald·4h ago·Udupi


